Cuckoo: Stories of Young People & Mental Health in Australia

In this episode I speak with Rhiannon Walton, exercise physiologist & Director of Conveniently Active in Erina NSW. Rhiannon talks about the role of exercise in mental health recovery & treatment.

Jen & Alex chat about the challenges for new & emerging leaders in the healthcare, community & healthcare sectors, including the common challenges faced by good clinicians taking on formal & informal leadership roles. Leadership in these sectors faces some unique issues & challenges, & getting the right support can be difficult. Jen discusses key considerations for developing your leadership skills, plus how the right support in leadership development can benefit you the professional, your team & your clients!   

Trigger warning*** suicide themes If you, or someone you love, is stuck in the mental health crisis service merry-go-round, this is the episode for you! Learn what to do to get better:) For more help & resources, visit www.mindfulrecovery.com.au, or drop me an email at alexwilson@mindfulrecovery.com.au

In this episode we hear Chloe's story. Chloe talks about her experiences with trauma, mental health stigma, ECT & the impact a diagnosis can have.  To get in touch, or to be interviewed contact me at alexwilson@mindfulrecovery.com.au For urgent mental health care (Australia) call Lifeline (13 11 14), or visit your nearest hospital emergency department. 

If you find navigating mental health services in Australia confusing, this episode is for you! I explain different services & how they target different levels of severity (acuity). I also discuss what to do if you feel you are not getting enough help from a service, & what to consider for long-term mental health maintenance.  Got comments or questions? Email me at alexwilson@mindfulrecovery.com.au

Who would have thought that a podcast about stigma might run into the exact problem it's designed to expose?!?! In this episode, I discuss the fear associated with discussing mental health for young people. Want to share your story??? I want to hear from you! Email me at alexwilson@mindfulrecovery.com.au

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